Mercuric (II) oxide red

Health hazards

Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 2 Acute toxicity (Dermal) : Category 1 Acute toxicity (Inhalation - dust and : Category 2 mist) Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 2 repeated exposure

Environmental hazards

Acute hazards to the aquatic : Category 1 Chronic hazards to the aquatic : Category 1

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

Fatal if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Prevention

Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear respiratory protection. Avoid release to the environment.

Response

IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Rinse mouth. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Get medical advice/attention if you feel unwell. Collect spillage.

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.

Disposal

Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Other hazards which do not result in : None.